Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Nonfiction

I have a story to tell, I have a book to write, I feel it in my heart, I try to be inspired, it's just not there.
I am trying to get this book going, about my kidney donation, it's such a great story to tell, but I can not zone in on the direction, I am highly intimidated and the words just won't flow. I keep trying. I started writing the book a while ago; had gotten fairly far when my computer crashed and I lost it all. I lost my mojo when my computer crashed! I've been trying to get it back. I keep wanting to write while it's fresh and surgery was already over a year ago. Time. Is. Ticking! Someone, anyone, give me the motivation I need! Anyone have online resources or tips for writing nonfiction? Help!
Help me now, and I will give you a free book when it is FINALLY published! :)
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  1. TutuFebruary 17, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    I don't know of any resources, but I do have a little advice. Write from your heart. Just sit down and start writing. Write like you are telling your story to a friend. I think once you get started, it will get easier. Remember it doesn't have to be perfect the first time, just get it out, then go back and edit!

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  2. S.I.F.February 17, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    Mel, over at Stirrup Queens, has written a great series on writing a book.... including getting agents before you even start the process who in turn help to guide and motivate you. I would definitely start by checking that out... I've got all the posts bookmarked for the day I decide I'm ready to write MY book! ;)

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/05/diy-mfa-before-we-even-get-started-part-one/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/06/diy-mfa-getting-started-part-two/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/06/diy-mfa-how-to-write-a-non-fiction-book-proposal-part-three/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/06/diy-mfa-why-you-need-an-agent-part-four/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/07/diy-mfa-how-to-get-an-agent-part-five/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/07/diy-mfa-querying-agents-part-six/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/07/diy-mfa-working-with-an-agent-and-waiting-for-a-sale-part-seven/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/08/diy-mfa-working-with-an-editor-part-nine/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/08/diy-mfa-be-your-own-publicist-part-ten/

    http://www.stirrup-queens.com/2010/08/diy-mfa-what-happens-next-wrap-up-part-eleven/

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